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City Charter Commission

What’s the Portland Charter Commission? Portland’s Charter is a foundational document that shapes how our government works. Since Oregon’s cities and counties have the power to govern themselves through their own charters—as long as they do not conflict with state or federal law—our charter is like our constitution. The City Charter defines the powers of […]

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Building Inclusive Neighborhoods: First Steps

Neighbors West-Northwest, updated March 2020 Neighborhood associations provide an opportunity for neighbors to work together on issues of common concern. Building a broad and diverse base of residents and business owners in your neighborhood can make a compelling case you have a mandate for change. City officials will be more likely to pay close attention […]

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Neighborhood Murals

Bringing art, love, and hope to the streets! During this unprecedented time, Neighbors West-Northwest in partnership with the City of Portland Bureau of Planning & Sustainability, dedicated funding to support artists and small businesses in NW Portland. Art can help make even the hardest day a little more bearable and remind us of all that […]

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Connection in Action

Swap clothes, enjoy live music and connect with the organizations at the front line of the housing crisis. Whether you have time, a special skill or simply passion, find out how you can make a difference in a fun, casual environment in Northwest Portland.

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District Attorney’s office continues to see cuts

Cuts to the Multnomah County District Attorney’s Office will affect Portlanders’ everyday lives, according to officials in the DA’s office and Portland Police Bureau. Multnomah County Chair Deborah Kafoury’s proposed 2020 budget includes a 3 percent cut to the DA’s general fund which–combined with slashes in state and federal funding–amount to a cut of six […]

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Tips & Tricks for City Council Testimony

Presenting to City Council can be daunting. It may appear like a lot of work for unforeseeable results. But short of running for Council yourself, it can be the best way to shape the decision making that affects you. We’ve compiled some tested advice, whether you’re making your Council debut or hunting for ways to […]